“This was a great class (Basic Principles of Rodent Surgery). I gained a substantial amount of information that will be beneficial to my job and future learning. It was well written, had audio, videos, and links. This allowed me to visually see how to perform the procedures correctly, handle the instruments, correctly identify each instrument and procedure, and where to go to find further information. The really great thing about the class was the freedom- I could go at my own speed and log-on at any time that was convenient for me.” Carmel K., GlaxoSmithKline

“This (Rodent Osmotic Mini-pump Implantation) is the perfect workshop for laying out all the key practical starting points needed to do surgical experiments.” - Anthony C., Department of Bioengineering, University of Pennsylvania

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Title: “Aseptic and Precise Surgical Technique in Rodents”
Date: Wednesday, January 16, 2013
Time: 01:30 PM - 03:30 PM ET US

Aseptic and precise surgical techniques are essential components of a successful surgery. In spite of this, not all aspects of aseptic and delicate technique are often considered when planning for rodent surgery, thus leading to questionable outcomes. Implementation of these principles into a rodent surgical plan is especially challenging because there is still a misconception that rodents are less susceptible to infections and gentle technique requires appropriate training, equipment and instrumentation.

This webinar will cover:

•    Current regulations related to rodent surgery
•    Rodent aseptic practices
•    Precise and gentle surgical technique
•    Competency assessment of rodent aseptic technique
•    Guidance to rodent surgeons to formulate informed decisions regarding aseptic, appropriate tissue handling and gentle technique to maximize good surgical outcomes, improve research data, and ensure animal welfare.

Who Should Attend?

This interactive webinar is designed for any personnel involved in surgical training and performing surgery including but not limited to scientists, veterinary technicians, veterinarians, technical support staff and IACUC members.


Faculty:

Szczepan Baran, VMD, MS President Veterinary Bioscience Institute & Course Director Online Masters of Laboratory Animal Medicine Drexel University College of Medicine click here for bio
Marcel Perret-Gentil, DVM, MS University Veterinarian & Director Laboratory Animal Resources Center The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio, TX click here for bio

This webinar meets the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS), Canadian Association for Laboratory Animal Science (CALAS), and Academy of Surgical Science (ASR) requirements for Continuing Education Units. Each participant will receive Certificates of Attendance.

This webinar has been approved by the AAVSB RACE program for 2 continuing education credits for veterinarians and veterinary technicians. Please contact the AAVSB RACE program at race@aavsb.org should you have any comments/concerns regarding this program's validity or relevancy to the veterinary profession.

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